TAMPA, Fla. — Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has a new bar and lounge.

What You Need To Know

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay shares details about new bar

  • Springs Taproom replaces Garden Gate Cafe

  • The menu features draft beer, cocktails and small bites

  • Currently in preview mode, the bar is set to officially open in January

Springs Taproom, located in the Bird Gardens area, is now in preview mode before it officially opens in January, the theme park said Wednesday.

The bar, described as a “casual, laidback lounge,” replaces the park’s Garden Gate Cafe.  The space has been rethemed with modern decor but also features photos that pay tribute to its past.

The menu will feature 12 draft beer options—some available year-round and others seasonally—handcrafted cocktails, brews, frozen drinks and small bites such as fresh fruit and other snacks.

Busch Gardens hasn’t announced an exact opening date for Springs Taproom, but during the preview hours will vary.